00:00The grand opening of the largest edition of China's national games,
00:11blended culture, technology and sport.
00:30Unfolding on a circular main stage surrounded by an artistic rain of water,
00:41the design signifies the connection between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau,
00:45the three co-hosts of the premier multi-sport event.
00:53The joint entry of the host delegations marked a standout moment of event.
01:00Followed by a simultaneous flag-raising ceremony across the three locations.
01:09Music
01:43President Xi then declared the official opening of the Games.
02:03I declare that the Chinese Communist Party will open the 15th anniversary of the Games.
02:13International Olympic Committee President Kirstie Coventry and Honorary President Thomas Bach also attended the opening ceremony.
02:25Themed Shared Roots, Shared Heart, Shared Dream, the performances reflected the heritage and modern spirit of the Greater Bay Area through music, dance and digital technology.
02:43This is the first time the multi-sport event is being hosted by several regions in the Greater Bay Area.
03:07One of China's most open and economically dynamic regions.
03:13Organizers called the co-hosting a milestone in the event's 66-year history and a testament to the vitality of the one country, two systems policy in sport.
03:37The event, which will run through November 21st, brings together some 14,000 athletes.
03:43Competing in more than 400 gold medal events across 34 sports.
03:47The event, which will run through November 21st, brings together some 14,000 athletes competing in more than 400 gold medal events across 34 sports.
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